Los Alamos Co-op Market Celebrates 14 Years March 29
LACM News:
The Los Alamos Co-op Market will celebrate its 14th birthday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday, March 29.
Enjoy free giveaways and raffle prizes, sales, local vendors, giveaways, and more in celebration of the store’s 14th birthday.
Enjoy a free slice of cake (while they last). Our first 100 customers will receive a free reusable bag, and the first five customers to spend $50 or more will take home a free six-inch cake from Chocolate Maven.
You do not have to be a member of the Co-op to enjoy the birthday celebration, but all Co-op members will receive 14 percent off their purchase on Saturday. Read More
Holsapple: Comments And Questions On ‘Retail LEDA’ Agenda Item For Tuesday’s County Council Meeting
By KEVIN HOLSAPPLE
Los Alamos Local Business Coalition
- It is great to see attention given to this longstanding gap in the County economic development program. Thank you for undertaking this. Although the first cut is quite generic and simplistic, it is a welcome starting point for discussion.
- The gap analysis appears to be a canned or purchased analysis. What is the source? It is not attributed in the document unless I missed seeing it. Is there the ability for further drill-downs on the available data to supplement understanding?
- Were any local business groups consulted or engaged to help
Los Alamos National Laboratory Technology Approved For US Military Marketplace Website
LANL: Geothermal energy is reliable and cost-efficient. Courtesy/Dreamstime
LANL News:
- The partnership will allow the US Air Force to utilize cutting-edge geothermal energy
Tradewinds Solutions Marketplace, a platform for technology assessed by the Department of Defense for use on U.S. military bases, recently announced that Project GeoForce is pre-approved and ready for deployment.
Los Alamos National Laboratory partnered with the other members of Project GeoForce including Anthem Energy Partners, New Era Advisors, Homestead Resources, Texas A&M University and Power Planet Read More
Dragonfly Playhouse To Host Hiring Fair March 28
Dragonfly Playhouse Daycare News:
Dragonfly Playhouse Daycare is seeking passionate, dedicated individuals to join the team in full-time and part-time positions.
On the Spot Interviews:
- Date: March 28
- Time: 9-11 a.m.
- Location: 142 Meadow Lane in White Rock
Why Join the Team?
- Competitive Pay
- Hiring Bonus
- Positive, Supportive Work Environment
Opportunity for Growth & Development
What to Bring:
- Resume
- References
- A Positive Attitude!
Interested but can’t make it?
- Email dragonflyplayhouse@gmail.com to complete an application ahead of time.
Tax Compromise Keeps Earned Income Credit, Axes Oil And Gas Hike
Rep. Derrick Lente, D-Sandia Pueblo
Chair
House Taxation and Revenue Committee
By Esteban Candelaria and Nathan Brown
The Santa Fe New Mexican
A bipartisan committee of House members and senators struck a deal late Friday night to preserve an expanded tax credit for working New Mexicans while nixing a tax hike on oil and gas producers.
The conference committee of three lawmakers from each chamber voted 5-1 around 9:30 p.m. to approve the agreement, with Rep. Mark Duncan, R-Kirtland, opposed. The revised version of House Bill 14 needs to pass the full House and Senate before the Legislature adjourns Read More
Houck: Retirement Series Part 2
By DAVID HOUCK
Qualifying Broker
Atomic Realty LLC
Downsizing – Many older Americans are choosing to go to smaller homes and downsize when retiring. Moving is a stressful experience, at any age, and downsizing for retirement carries unique challenges. Downsizing involves letting go of 60 to 80 percent of the belongings that took a lifetime to accumulate.
Downsizing Advantages
Saving money is one of the primary reasons people downsize their home for retirement. Less expensive housing is a reasonable way to increase budgets and retirement savings.
Some possible financial advantages of downsizing Read More
Video: Councilor David Reagor Shares Thoughts On LEDA
Los Alamos County Councilor David Reagor shares his thoughts on the County’s LEDA program during an interview this afternoon in the newsroom at the Los Alamos Daily Post. Video by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com Read More
Senate Confirms Rob Black As New Mexico Economic Development Department Secretary
Rob Black
SENATE News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Senate March 19 unanimously confirmed Rob Black as the cabinet secretary for the Economic Development Department.
“Sec. Black understands that expanding economic security starts with creating high-quality jobs,” Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham said. “Rob is proving that his broad experience and consensus-building skills will grow our economy and expand opportunity in all corners of the state.”
Born and raised in Lovington, Black graduated from the University of New Mexico and the University of California College of the Law, San Francisco. Read More
Celebrating National America’s SBDC Day
Julianna Martinez-Barbee
SBDC News:
National SBDC day is a celebration of the impact SBDC’s have on the economy. America’s Small Business Development Center Network (SBDC) provides comprehensive support to help small businesses achieve their dream and drive economic growth. America’s SBDC is a nationwide network of nearly 1,000 local centers providing no-cost confidential business consulting, business training and research services to small businesses and aspiring entrepreneurs.
Julianna Martinez-Barbee, one of New Mexico SBDC Directors is ‘empowering dreams and igniting Read More
Girl Scouts Of NM Trails Names Celia Tellez As New CEO
Celia Tellez. Courtesy photo
GSNM News:
ALBUQUERQUE — The Girl Scouts of New Mexico is proud to announce the appointment of Celia Tellez as its new Chief Executive Officer. A distinguished leader with over 25 years of experience in nonprofit management, strategic growth, and program innovation, Celia brings a deep passion for empowering young women and a lifelong connection to New Mexico’s rich cultural heritage.
A New Mexico native with generations of family history in the state, Tellez has dedicated her career to fostering leadership, community engagement, and operational excellence. Read More
